In Diana Gabaldon’s book, “A Breath of Snow and Ashes,” one of the character’s mothers awoke at her own wake. She took notice of her uncomfortable coffin, lack of brooch that she hoped to wear when she was buried, and lack of food … [Read more...]
Print This PageA Moon Landing, an Anniversary, and a Reconciliation
April 9, 2019 by
Fifty years ago, Apollo 11 launched from Cape Kennedy carrying Commander Neil Armstrong, and lunar module pilots Michael Collins and Edwin "Buzz" Aldrin to the first lunar orbit. Many of us remember Armstrong describing the event … [Read more...]
Print This PageThe State of Long-Term Care
February 19, 2019 by
Susan and Joe never thought that they would need long-term care. They were both healthy eaters, marathon runners, and world travelers. To their surprise, when Joe was 67 years old, he developed Parkinson’s. At first, it wasn’t too … [Read more...]
Print This PageIs Alzheimer’s Linked to Gum Disease?
January 29, 2019 by
Barbara recently went for her semi-annual dental cleaning and check-up and was told she has gingivitis (gum disease). She wasn’t surprised, as she has had a history of tooth decay and gum disease since she was a child. She always … [Read more...]
Print This PageCan Dementia Symptoms Come and Go?
December 28, 2018 by
Q. My husband, my kids, and I visited my mother this year for the holidays. Mom was diagnosed with dementia last year, so I took some of Magic the bunny’s advice from Critter Corner on how best to celebrate the holiday with her. … [Read more...]
Print This PageFamily Feuding Over the Power of Attorney Decision
December 18, 2018 by
Maddie was asked by her mother to assume the role of agent under her Power of Attorney, entrusting her to act on her mother's behalf and to place her mother's interests ahead of her own when the time comes. Maddie lives the … [Read more...]
Print This Page2019 Medicare Changes: New Elder Care Services May Be Added to Some Medicare Advantage Plans
December 14, 2018 by
Q. I read somewhere that lots of changes are on the horizon for Medicare Advantage plans in 2019. What are some of the new services being added, and when will I have an opportunity to change to a different plan that has more of … [Read more...]
Print This PageHow Can You Reduce Your Capital Gains Taxes?
December 11, 2018 by
Diane, at age 80, resides in the home she has lived in for nearly 40 years. When she initially purchased the home after her husband’s death, it cost only $25,000 (and she since put in $45,000 in improvements); today it’s worth at … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Should new Virginia residents Update their Out-of-State Estate Planning Documents?
November 29, 2018 by
Dear Ernie and Janette,I recently moved to Northern Virginia from Florida to be near my children and grandchildren. Although I really miss the warmer weather, I adore having family close by. I went to an estate planning … [Read more...]
Print This PageCritter Corner: Taxes in the DMV Area For Retirees
November 16, 2018 by
Dear Bebe,My husband and I live in our family home in Northern Virginia, and are both recently retired. What state exemptions and deductions are available for retirees? Could you also tell me about Maryland and DC, since we … [Read more...]
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